Javier Baez's MLB Props - Tigers vs Guardians 7/22
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Javier Baez's MLB Props - Tigers vs Guardians 7/22

 

MLB Player Props Predictions for Today: Detroit Tigers vs Cleveland Guardians

Game Summary

The Detroit Tigers are set to face off against the Cleveland Guardians on July 22 at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Ohio. The game is scheduled to begin at 6:40 PM ET. The Tigers are currently sporting a record of 59-39, placing them 3rd in the league standings. The Guardians, on the other hand, hold a record of 49-51, which places them 18th in the standings.

In their recent performances, the Tigers have shown a lot of promise, winning 4 out of their last 5 games, including a series win against the Toronto Blue Jays. Meanwhile, the Guardians have struggled slightly, having lost the series against the San Diego Padres. Historically, the Tigers have had a slight edge over the Guardians in their head-to-head matchups this season, winning 3 out of 5 games.

The pitching matchup for tonight features Tarik Skubal for the Detroit Tigers and Carlos Carrasco for the Cleveland Guardians. Skubal has been exceptional this season with a 10-3 record and a 2.41 ERA, placing him among the top pitchers in the league. Carrasco, on the other hand, has had his struggles, with a 3-7 record and a 5.02 ERA.

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Player Prop Odds

For today's game, let's focus on the prop bets for Javier Baez of the Detroit Tigers. Here are the current odds:

  • Batter Doubles: Over 0.5 (+334), Under 0.5 (-554)
  • Batter Hits: Over 0.5 (-199), Under 0.5 (+143)
  • Batter RBIs: Over 0.5 (+196), Under 0.5 (-284)
  • Batter Runs Scored: Over 0.5 (+133), Under 0.5 (-184)
  • Batter Singles: Over 0.5 (-106), Under 0.5 (-129)
  • Batter Total Bases: Over 1.5 (+143), Under 1.5 (-199)

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Player Analysis

Javier Baez has been a key player for the Detroit Tigers this season. He has a batting average of .234 with 10 home runs and 40 RBIs. Baez's ability to contribute both offensively and defensively makes him a valuable asset to the team. Over the past week, Baez has shown improvement, batting .278 with 2 home runs and 6 RBIs. His aggressive style of play often translates into extra-base hits and opportunities to drive in runs.

Opposing Analysis

Baez will be facing Carlos Carrasco, who has struggled this season. Carrasco's 5.02 ERA and 1.36 WHIP suggest that he has been prone to giving up hits and runs. The Guardians' pitching staff, in general, have been inconsistent, ranking 14th in ERA (3.94). This could play into Baez's favor, as he often capitalizes on pitchers who are struggling with their command.

Pitching Probables

The starting pitchers for today's game are:

Player W-L ERA Strikeouts
Tarik Skubal (DET) 10-3 2.41 140
Carlos Carrasco (CLE) 3-7 5.02 68

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Team Previews

Detroit Tigers

The Tigers have been impressive this season, with a strong showing both at home and on the road. Their hitting has been consistent, ranking 10th in runs (461) and 16th in batting average (.242). The Tigers' pitching staff has also been solid, boasting a 3.68 ERA, which ranks 6th in the league. Their bullpen has been particularly effective, securing 34 saves, the 2nd highest in the league.

Cleveland Guardians

The Guardians have had a mixed season. While their pitching staff has shown flashes of brilliance, they have struggled with consistency. Offensively, the Guardians rank 16th in runs (425) and 24th in batting average (.234). Their bullpen has been less reliable, with only 22 saves, ranking 22nd in the league. Fielding has also been an issue, with the team committing 59 errors, the 6th most in the league.

Team Injuries

Player Position Injury Status
Parker Meadows CF Expected to be out until at least Jul 26 (Hamstring)
Reese Olson SP Expected to be out until at least Aug 6 (Shoulder)
Kerry Carpenter RF Expected to be out until at least Aug 6 (Back)
Player Position Injury Status
James Karinchak RP Expected to be out until at least Jul 31 (Shoulder)

Recent Games

Opponent Score W/L
@ Toronto W 5-4 W
@ Toronto W 7-3 W
@ Toronto L 5-4 L
@ Cleveland 6:40 PM Upcoming
@ Cleveland 6:40 PM Upcoming
Opponent Score W/L
vs San Diego W 7-0 W
vs San Diego L 7-0 L
vs San Diego L 2-1 L
vs Detroit 6:40 PM Upcoming
vs Detroit 6:40 PM Upcoming

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Prediction

Given the current form of Javier Baez and the struggles of Carlos Carrasco, our pick for this game is:

Pick: Javier Baez Over 0.5 RBIs (+196)

Baez has been in good form recently and Carrasco's struggles this season make this a favorable matchup for Baez to drive in at least one run.

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